DEI Policy

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Policy

Comtecs Group (including Comtecs Limited and Comtecs Associates LLP) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) across all areas of our business. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, collaborate, and deliver exceptional service to our clients and partners.

Our Commitment

We aim for our workforce to be genuinely representative of all sections of society and our customer base, ensuring that every individual feels respected, supported, and empowered to perform at their best.

We are committed to eliminating unlawful discrimination and promoting equality of opportunity in all aspects of our operations, including recruitment, employment, and service delivery.

Purpose of This Policy

This policy sets out our approach to:

  • Ensuring equality, fairness, and respect for all employees, whether temporary, part-time, or full-time.

  • Preventing unlawful discrimination based on any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010 — including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

  • Embedding inclusive practices in pay and benefits, recruitment and selection, training, development, promotion, and all other aspects of employment.

  • Support the delivery of our clients' DEI initiatives in parallel to our own.

Our Principles

We will:

  • Champion diversity and inclusion in the workplace as a driver of innovation, performance, and business success.

  • Promote a workplace free from bullying, harassment, victimisation, and discrimination, fostering dignity, respect, and fairness for all.

  • Value individual differences and recognise the unique contributions of each member of our team.

  • Provide regular DEI training to all staff and managers, ensuring awareness of their rights and responsibilities and supporting inclusive behaviours in everyday work.

  • Encourage open communication, ensuring that any concerns or complaints relating to DEI issues are taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with sensitivity and confidentiality.

  • Apply disciplinary procedures where necessary in cases of misconduct relating to discrimination, harassment, or victimisation. Serious breaches may constitute gross misconduct.

  • Support continuous learning and development by providing equal access to training, mentoring, and advancement opportunities, allowing all staff to realise their full potential.

  • Make recruitment and employment decisions based solely on merit, qualifications, and ability to perform the job.

  • Review and update this policy and related procedures regularly to reflect legislative developments and best practice standards.

Monitoring & Accountability

We will:

  • Monitor workforce demographics to assess progress against DEI objectives, identifying and addressing any barriers to inclusion.

  • Evaluate how this policy and any supporting action plans are working in practice through annual reviews.

  • Take corrective action where needed to ensure continuous improvement.

Senior management fully supports this policy and is responsible for ensuring its implementation across the Group. Every employee also shares responsibility for maintaining an inclusive workplace and upholding these principles in their daily conduct.

Raising Concerns

Details of our grievance and disciplinary procedures can be found in your employment pack or obtained from Tom Blackden, Managing Director and Managing Partner.
Raising a grievance internally does not affect your rights.